Bumble Bees of the Western United States
Author: Jonathan Koch
Publisher:
Published: 2012
Total Pages: 144
ISBN-13:
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Managing Alternative Pollinators
Author: Eric Mader
Publisher:
Published: 2010
Total Pages: 162
ISBN-13: 9781933395203
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"Examines the history of the British fire service from 1800-1980, embracing certain key themes of modern British history: the impact of industrial change on urban development, the effect of disaster on political reform, the growth of the state, and the relationship between masculinity and trade unionism in creating a professional identity"--Provided by publisher.
Bumblebees
Author: Dave Goulson
Publisher: Oxford University Press on Demand
Published: 2010
Total Pages: 330
ISBN-13: 0199553068
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book provides a concise and readable summary of the ecology and behaviour of bumblebees, with a particular focus on practical issues such as conservation strategies, management of bumblebees for crop pollination, and the possible impacts of bumblebees as non-native invasive species.
The Beekeepers: How Humans Changed the World of Bumble Bees (Scholastic Focus)
Author: Dana L. Church
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Published: 2021-03-02
Total Pages: 195
ISBN-13: 1338565567
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDive deep into the world of this everyday insect -- and the science behind its uncertain future. Bumble bees are as familiar to most of us as the flowers these fuzzy insects feed upon. But did you know that the bees in your garden could be escapees from a local greenhouse, or descended from stowaways on a Viking ship?Bumble bees are a vital part of our lives and Earth's ecosystems, so much so that we've commercialized their breeding and shipped them across states, countries, and ecosystems for our benefit. However, all of that human interference has consequences. Bumble bees are pushing out native species and altering ecosystems worldwide. Pesticide use has led to the spread of disease in local colonies. And some species may be disappearing entirely.The Beekeepers is an expertly researched overview of bumble bees -- from hive hierarchies to how their brains work -- and the passionate humans and scientists who are fighting for their survival. With a thoughtful and accessible voice, researcher Dana Church introduces readers to the fascinating world of bumble bees, how and why some are thriving while others are floundering, and how both experts and regular citizens are working to ensure their future. Equal parts endearing, frustrating, and hopeful, this scientific narrative is essential for readers looking to understand and make an impact on our changing world.
Pollinator Conservation Handbook
Author: Matthew Shepherd
Publisher:
Published: 2003
Total Pages: 164
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"The Pollinator Conservation Handbook is an indispensable resource for gardeners, farmers, and managers of parks, recreational areas, and wild lands. It will guide you through the steps for creating and improving habitat for insect pollinators, including selecting and planting forage flowers, providing nesting and egg-laying sites, and caring for your pollinator habitat over time. The Handbook also contains an extensive resources section and ideas for educational activities." --Amazon.
Bee Basics
Author: Stephen Buchmann
Publisher: Government Printing Office
Published: 2015-09-16
Total Pages: 48
ISBN-13: 9780160929854
DOWNLOAD EBOOKNative bees are a hidden treasure. From alpine meadows in the national forests of the Rocky Mountains to the Sonoran Desert in the Coronado National Forest in Arizona and from the boreal forests of the Tongass National Forest in Alaska to the Ocala National Forest in Florida, bees can be found anywhere in North America, where flowers bloom. From forests to farms, from cities to wildlands, there are 4,000 native bee species in the United States, from the tiny Perdita minima to large carpenter bees. This illustrated and colorful pamphlet provides valued information about native bees --over 4,000 in population --varying in a wide array of sizes, shapes, and colors. They are also different in their life styles, the places they frequent, the nests they build, the flowers they visit, and their season of activity. Yet, they all provide an invaluable ecosystem service - pollination -to 80 percent of flowering plants. Blueberry bees, bumble bees, yellow jacket bees, carpenter bees, and more are explored, including the differences in their gender, nests, and geographical regions that they visit.
The Anatomy of the Honey Bee
Author: Dr. R. E. Snodgrass
Publisher: Pickle Partners Publishing
Published: 2018-02-27
Total Pages: 435
ISBN-13: 1789120144
DOWNLOAD EBOOK“As a world authority on insect anatomy, Snodgrass has given us this book a brilliant account of the anatomy of the honey bee and how it relates to the way that bees develop and how and why they function as they do in their interesting communal life. This book should be in the library of every student of the honey bee and bee behaviour—beekeepers as well as scientists. The book is delightfully written and is enjoyable reading.”—American Bee Journal “This is not just a technical reference book on honey bee anatomy. It is far more, it is essentially a treatise on entomology, using one species as an example, and including a discussion of the fundamentals of embryology, development, and metamorphosis as well as anatomy. The subject of each chapter is approached from the broadest evolutionary point of view, and its horizon includes all the arthropods and beyond, so that the bee really typifies animal life in general. Finally, the language of the book is such that it can be read straight through with pleasure....It is a delight to follow the author through this complete examination of one insect: how it develops, how it grows, and how it operates.”—Entomological News
Bumblebee Economics
Author: Bernd Heinrich
Publisher: Harvard University Press
Published: 2004
Total Pages: 296
ISBN-13: 9780674016392
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe bumblebee spends its days gathering the resources needed by the hive -- honey for energy and pollen for protein. The author examines the intricate processes that make up this behavior, including discussions of thermoregulation and its behavioral application, and the way bumblebees choose flowers to harvest.
Bumble Bees of North America
Author: Paul H. Williams
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: 2014-03-23
Total Pages: 209
ISBN-13: 1400851181
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe essential guide for identifying the bumble bees of North America More than ever before, there is widespread interest in studying bumble bees and the critical role they play in our ecosystems. Bumble Bees of North America is the first comprehensive guide to North American bumble bees to be published in more than a century. Richly illustrated with color photographs, diagrams, range maps, and graphs of seasonal activity patterns, this guide allows amateur and professional naturalists to identify all 46 bumble bee species found north of Mexico and to understand their ecology and changing geographic distributions. The book draws on the latest molecular research, shows the enormous color variation within species, and guides readers through the many confusing convergences between species. It draws on a large repository of data from museum collections and presents state-of-the-art results on evolutionary relationships, distributions, and ecological roles. Illustrated keys allow identification of color morphs and social castes. A landmark publication, Bumble Bees of North America sets the standard for guides and the study of these important insects. The best guide yet to the 46 recognized bumble bee species in North America north of Mexico Up-to-date taxonomy includes previously unpublished results Detailed distribution maps Extensive keys identify the many color patterns of species
Bumblebees On the Run
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Published: 2021-03-08
Total Pages: 22
ISBN-13: 9780578830421
DOWNLOAD EBOOKOpen up and read all the fun, when you catch these bumblebees on the run! Advance as a young reader by learning to recognize sight words with this delightfully warm story. One proven way to help young readers learn words is by introducing them to Dolch sight words. Bumblebees On The Run pairs these words with beautiful illustrations to propel any young reader to their greatest potential.
